How to Write and Give a Speech

A Practical Guide for Anyone Who Has to Make Every Word Count

Nonfiction, Reference & Language, Language Arts, Public Speaking, Business & Finance, Business Reference, Business Communication
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Author: Joan Detz ISBN: 9781466837225
Publisher: St. Martin's Press Publication: March 4, 2014
Imprint: St. Martin's Griffin Language: English
Author: Joan Detz
ISBN: 9781466837225
Publisher: St. Martin's Press
Publication: March 4, 2014
Imprint: St. Martin's Griffin
Language: English

With more than 65,000 copies sold in two editions and recommended by Forbes and *U.S. News & World Report,*this newly updated how to guide offers sound advice on every aspect of researching, writing, and delivering an effective speech. Filled with anecdotes, tips, examples, and practical advice, this accessible guide makes one of the most daunting tasks manageable-and even fun.

Speaking coach Joan Detz covers everything from the basics to the finer points of writing and delivering a speech with persuasion, style, and humor.

Topics include:

- Assessing your audience
- Researching your subject-and deciding what to leave out
- Keeping it simple
- Using imagery, quotations, repetition, and humor
- Special-occasion speeches
- Speaking to international audiences
- Using Power Point and other visual aids
- And many more

Updated to include new examples and the latest technology, as well as a section on social media, this is a must-have for anyone who writes and delivers speeches, whether novices or experienced veterans at the podium.

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With more than 65,000 copies sold in two editions and recommended by Forbes and *U.S. News & World Report,*this newly updated how to guide offers sound advice on every aspect of researching, writing, and delivering an effective speech. Filled with anecdotes, tips, examples, and practical advice, this accessible guide makes one of the most daunting tasks manageable-and even fun.

Speaking coach Joan Detz covers everything from the basics to the finer points of writing and delivering a speech with persuasion, style, and humor.

Topics include:

- Assessing your audience
- Researching your subject-and deciding what to leave out
- Keeping it simple
- Using imagery, quotations, repetition, and humor
- Special-occasion speeches
- Speaking to international audiences
- Using Power Point and other visual aids
- And many more

Updated to include new examples and the latest technology, as well as a section on social media, this is a must-have for anyone who writes and delivers speeches, whether novices or experienced veterans at the podium.

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